Photos: Potential candidates for Pope

While there are no official candidates, here are "papabili" (potential popes) that have been most frequently mentioned. The list is in alphabetical, not in order of their chances, and will probably change between now and when the conclave is held in March.

Joao Braz de Aviz

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Joao Braz de Aviz (Brazil, 65) brought fresh air to the Vatican department for religious congregations when he took over in 2011. He supports the preference for the poor in Latin America's liberation theology, but not the excesses of its advocates. Possible drawbacks include his low profile.